A magic merchant infiltrating Fairy Tail

"Nothing will change!"

!!!

Kageyama looked up and saw Maklov's serious and resolute eyes.

"A weak person will remain weak, but weakness is not all bad, because humans are inherently weak beings."

Maklov began his speech, a set of words that he neither inherited from any predecessor nor summarized himself over the years. Although old-fashioned, it was very powerful.

"A person can't survive alone, which is why we need magic guilds and partners. In order to survive stronger, we support each other. People who are not good at expressing themselves will stumble more and take longer detours than ordinary people. However, as long as you believe in tomorrow and keep moving forward, strength will naturally emerge, and you can walk on with a stronger smile."

"So you don't have to rely on a flute, don't you think?"

Maklov's words were full of sunshine and warmth. Although it was night, he still hoped that these young people could move towards tomorrow.

The idea was good, however, things didn't develop as optimistically as he had anticipated...

"Damn it! What do you know, you old man?!" Kageyama was sweating profusely, looking like a madman. His words were somewhat thoughtless and illogical. He just wanted to vent all the bitterness of his life!

"What companions! What guilds! It's all just high-sounding words! So what if you have companions? So what if you have a guild? Will perseverance guarantee success? Will believing in tomorrow make you stronger? I've tried these countless times!! And it's all completely useless!!!"

Kageyama clenched his fists and roared, while Maklov simply listened quietly.

"That's how the world is. The weak are bullied, while the strong can do whatever they want! Magic gives people unimaginable abilities, but it also devours their hearts! What about legitimate guilds and dark guilds? Aren't they all defined by those with great power?"

"Why should we be universally condemned and forced to hide in the shadows like rats in a sewer? I refuse to accept this!"

Kageyama Yokofune inhaled, exhaled with the resentment in his chest, and blew the Lala Bhai with all his might!

Maklov closed his eyes in regret, perhaps never expecting that his tried-and-true persuasion would be ineffective.

No song was sung, nor did any demons appear to devour the listeners' souls; only a few inexplicable moans echoed in the silent night sky.

"Ah...ah...yamete..."

Upon hearing this voice, even Makarov, who often harassed the young ladies in the guild with lecherous glances and gestures, blushed with embarrassment, a rare occurrence for him: "...??"

Kageyama blushed, both ashamed and angry: "What on earth is going on?!"

I just said those words, and my emotions, actions, and tone were all on point. I was supposed to summon demons and wreak havoc next, but what's with this voice?

Is this Lala-Bay?! Is this the incantation?! Is this how the demons of Zeref's magic devour the souls of their listeners?!

Are you kidding me?!

"Looks like I couldn't persuade you, Chairman." Kira stepped out from behind the large tree. "Not everyone in this world can realize their mistakes and correct them in time!"

In the original storyline, Kageyama, after his battle with Natsu and the others, ultimately chose to give up playing the flute. But now, having not experienced those things and not being influenced by Natsu, he has not turned back.

But it's not my fault.

Maklov's voice trembled slightly: "Kira...that voice..."

"What's wrong, Chairman? You're not still..." Kira glanced at the frivolous old man with a meaningful look, "Truly worthy of being..."

"Ahem... Enough, enough, stop talking." Makarov quickly interrupted Kira. What are you trying to say, brat? 'As expected of Fairy Tail'? Is that an appropriate phrase to use here?

outrageous!

"It's you!" The moment Kageyama saw Kira, he knew what the problem was. "You switched Ralabai back then, damn it!!! How dare you trick me like that!!"

"Hey, you can't say that..." Kira waved his hand and said, "I remember I specifically apologized to you back then, and you forgave me!"

Kageyama was speechless. So all he'd been carrying since yesterday was this thing?!

Amidst the incessant "flute music," Kageyama clenched his fists in grief: "That's enough! How much longer are you going to keep playing?!"

The sound continued for a long time without stopping. Even Kageyama, who had already surrendered, could not bear it. He slammed the wooden flute to the ground and stomped on it until it broke. The surroundings instantly fell silent.

In the distance, Natsu, Gray, Erza, and Lucy were already stunned, their cheeks flushed, at a loss for what to do, and they kept their heads down, not daring to look up at the others.

Kira nodded and chuckled inwardly, sensing all of this. After all, they were all vibrant young men and women, so it was normal for them to have this kind of reaction.

……

The Magic Council, abbreviated as ERA.

Ten people sat around a table, holding a meeting related to the recent turmoil in the Iron Forest. The meeting mainly discussed the execution of Iron Forest members and the compensation from Fairy Tail.

Augu said to his colleague, "Even if we solve the Iron Forest, it won't solve the fundamental problem. There are still many dark magic guilds. We should wipe them all out in one fell swoop!"

"How should we proceed?"

"What if Zeref's magic comes out again next time? It's unbearable."

Zekelein sat to the side with his arms crossed, looking completely at ease: "But Fairy Tail, who's always causing trouble, actually did something good this time."

Ultear added, "To wipe out an entire magic guild all by yourself, that's amazing!"

The council members were speechless, each lost in thought or whispering amongst themselves.

"I know you don't want to admit it, but it's true. If Curse Song really killed the guild leaders of the magic guilds, the situation would be beyond repair, and I reckon some of you here will lose your heads, right?"

Upon hearing this, everyone was outraged: "What are you saying? Are you trying to shift the blame onto us?"

"This is outrageous!!! Those guys are giving us a headache again!!"

Zikerei chuckled, deciding not to stoop to the level of these old men: "Let's face this matter squarely and commend them."

"That legendary fire dragon? He's certainly a talented young man, but his destructive abilities are also top-notch."

Augur slammed the station's damage report on the table. "Fortunately, there weren't too many casualties, otherwise it wouldn't have been so easy to get away with this."

Other council members chimed in: "Complaints about Fairy Tail have been increasing in various cities in recent years. If we don't find a way to stop it soon, it could become as troublesome as the Dark Guild!"

"Moreover, and most importantly, they still haven't handed over Lalabai! This kind of thing can't be allowed to fall into the hands of the Magic Guild; it would cause a huge problem!"

"Fairy Tail isn't the kind of place where you can properly store that stuff!"

"Send someone to Fairy Tail and make them hand over Ralabai!"

"Although Makarov is a rascal, I remember that kid named Kira is a very reliable person!"

"That 'sage'? I remember him, he was a very excellent mage! But he's still young, he has a long way to go before he can inherit Makarov's mantle!"

"Although his reputation is a bit grandiose, given time he might live up to it. I have high hopes for him in the entire Fairy Tail!"

No one knows what Kira did, but all the council members had a very good impression of him and spoke highly of him. It was simply unbelievable!

The only one who was somewhat annoyed was Ultear, who hadn't forgotten the punch she received on Karna Island a while back.

Chapter 39 Fairy Tail Love Story (1): The Confession Troubles of the Lane Engine Team (Part 1)

On this day, Jet, whose name Kira had almost forgotten and who was only referred to as "Speed ​​Licking A Man," came to their door.

"You said you're planning to confess your feelings to Levy?"

Jet blushed shyly and said loudly while panting, "Yes, as you know, Levy and I have known each other for a long time. We grew up together, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that we are childhood sweethearts. I have liked Levy for a long time!"

"Ah... childhood sweethearts? Really..."

How pitiful! Even a childhood sweetheart can't compete with a newcomer!

"So, what do you want from me today? Do you want me to deliver your love letter?"

Kira asked curiously, "If you like her, just go for it! Why are you coming here to me?"

"I just lack experience, isn't that right?"

"You have no experience, but I do?" Kira felt mocked, seriously so!

At that moment, Kira really wanted to slap Jet hard, kick him out, and tell him, "You should ask Rocky about this!"

Jet stammered, "Don't you always say you have some really powerful magical items? I just wanted to ask, are there any items that can..."

"Hey, hey, hey! This is a legitimate magic shop! I don't sell those kinds of items from novels! Don't get any ideas, you alpha guy!"

Kira interrupted him mid-sentence, then looked at Jet with disdain, "I didn't expect you to be this kind of person?! Is this how you're supposed to be a member of Fairy Tail?"

Jet had no idea what Kira was talking about: "What do you mean by 'this and that gadget'? I mean, are there any gifts that girls would like?"

"Oh, I see..." Kira thought for a moment and said with some regret, "As far as I know, different girls like different things, but most of them are very expensive! Besides, this is a magic shop, not a boutique!"

"Is that so?" Jett walked dejectedly out of the store. "I thought you would have suitable props here, and I was willing to buy them no matter how expensive they were!"

Whoosh!

Jet felt a gust of wind come out from behind him, and then Kira blocked the doorway.

"Wait a minute!! Jett! I do have a lot of magical items that girls like!"

"Um... but didn't you just say..."

"What I mean is, if you're going to give a mage a gift, there's nothing better than a magical item!"

Kira slammed the door shut, flipped the wooden plaque with "CLOSE" engraved on it outwards, and pulled Jet down to sit: "Brother, you've come to the right place this time. I'm the chief intelligence officer of Fairy Tail. All the information in the guild is with me."

"I know Levy's preferences like the back of my hand. As long as you can afford it, forget about gifts, I'll just throw together a grand confession ceremony for you!"

Seeing Kira confidently pat his chest and say that, Jet felt that this round was in the bag!

"What? What?" Jett asked excitedly, shaking Kira vigorously. "If it succeeds, I'll definitely thank you properly later!!"

Kira pulled Jet aside and whispered, "Like this, like this, like this..."

"Can this really succeed?"

"Don't worry! The chances are great!"

The next day, Jett invited Levy to the library...

Levy loves reading, which everyone in the guild knows, so a simple date wouldn't work. Therefore, Kira suggested that Jet use the excuse of "wanting to read books and learn magic" to ask her out.

For today's date, he specially changed out of his usual tacky denim coat and took off his cowboy hat, got a new hairstyle, bought new clothes, and dressed himself up looking refreshed.

'This change in appearance will definitely catch Rei's eye!'

Jet was filled with anxiety, pacing back and forth in the grove next to the girls' dormitory, waiting anxiously for Levy to come out.

Kira, meanwhile, hid behind some trees in the distance, observing his situation.

"Listen up, Levy is out. Just greet her naturally as usual!"

Kira spoke into the wireless headset in his hand, a tool he created using telepathic magic. Only the user and the wearer could hear each other's thoughts, but unfortunately, the headset's range was only as large as Magnolia.